GSK
Pipeline MSL（東日本）
Japan · Remote (restrictions not stated) · Full time
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- EmployerGSK
- LocationJapan
- Work styleRemote (restrictions not stated)
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
Role Summary
The Hepatology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based, non-promotional role supporting GSK’s clinical development activities in hepatology in Japan. This position is focused on supporting ongoing and planned clinical trials through high-quality scientific exchange with investigators and trial sites, contributing to the appropriate conduct of clinical research and the generation of scientific evidence.
The MSL serves as a scientific and clinical resource to investigators and internal stakeholders by facilitating trial-related discussions, identifying barriers to trial execution, and providing insights to Medical Affairs and Clinical Development teams in alignment with GSK policies and Japanese regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities (Japan – Pipeline Role)
• Support GSK hepatology clinical trials by engaging with investigators, sub-investigators, and trial site staff to facilitate scientific understanding of study protocols, disease biology, and trial-related data
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• Provide scientific support for clinical trial initiation, conduct, and feasibility, including investigator meetings and trial-related educational activities
• Identify and communicate trial-related insights, operational challenges, and scientific feedback from investigators to Medical Affairs and Clinical Development teams
• Collaborate closely with Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, and other internal stakeholders to support effective trial execution in Japan
• Maintain up-to-date scientific knowledge in assigned hepatology disease areas relevant to GSK’s clinical development portfolio
• Ensure all activities are conducted in strict compliance with Japanese regulations, GSK policies, and applicable SOPs
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Basic Qualification
Advanced degree in a life science, medical science, pharmacy, nursing sciences, or healthcare-related discipline (e.g., MSc, MS, MPH, RN, or equivalent scientific training)
Clinical research, pharmaceutical industry roles, CRO, or medical affairs functions
Experience supporting or working with clinical trials, including interaction with investigators or trial sites
Strong scientific communication skills and ability to engage in evidence-based discussions with clinical experts
Understanding of Japanese clinical research regulations and compliance requirements (the relevant laws and regulations in the pharmaceutical industry), or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge
Language
Japanese: Fluent
English: Enough skills to understand the medical articles.
Preferred Qualification
Medical professional qualifications: Pharmacist, Ph.D., MD, Nurse, Veterinarian, etc.
Prior experience in a Medical Science Liaison, Clinical Research Associate, Clinical Scientist, or similar clinical development role
Experience supporting hepatology clinical trials in Japan
More than 3 years experience of hepatology MSL is preferable
Skills
Digital Fluency, Enterprise Thinking, External Stakeholder Management, High Impact Communication, Patient Impact
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We embrace an agile working culture across our roles, so if flexibility is important to you please discuss opportunities with our hiring team. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process to help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities, contact APACRecruitment.Adjustments@gsk.com. Please note this email is for adjustment requests only; for other enquiries please use our standard contact channels.
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